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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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